Runner’s High? I’m not feeling a Runner’s High
As a general rule, I’m not a huge fan of running. I don’t run for shoe sales, I don’t run for wedding dresses, I might run if I’m being chased. And yet I signed up for a 10k training class. …
Healthy Living
Things behind the scenes here at the House of Chaos are off the fucking charts a little more chaotic than usual. Nothing I can talk about (GAH! I hate it when people do that, hinting at a problem but refusing …
Dear whatever…
If it’s Friday, it’s somewhat cranky letters from Jen to the universe in general, courtesy of 3bedroombungalow and Half-Past Kissin’ Time. Be sure to visit and play along. You’ll feel better, I promise. *************************** Dearest sons, I am fully aware …
No, don’t even THINK of pulling a prank on me
Just a reminder that today is not really one of my favorite days. Dear universe, you’ve been dicking with us here at the House of Chaos lately. May I please remind you that I was the victim of a nutso …
What makes me happy
In an attempt to regain some perspective this week I am totally ripping this off from Carmen at Mom to the Screaming Masses. Ten things that make me happy. I’m up to the challenge… Taking my boys to the movies, …
It’s not Spring Break if you’re not holding down a screaming hysterical child
Yes, indeed, there ain’t nuttin like holding down an almost 9 year old child who needs to have blood drawn. A is having a minor surgical procedure to determine once and for all if he has Hirschsprung’s Disease (unlikely at …
Poor Buddy
J’s primary lovie, Buddy, had a minor surgical procedure this weekend. Poor little guy had no idea Tom and I were going to have so much fun with it. Here’s the patient before the procedure. Sorry Buddy, no anesthesia for …
What would you do
If you would just get up off your 21st century butt and do it? Not “what would you do if you knew you would not fail.” That’s a cop out. If I knew I wouldn’t fail, I’d steal a dirigible …
Guess what?
Chicken butt. Guess who? Chicken poo. You now know what my last few days have been like. Hand to GOD I didn’t teach this to them. And this is now stuck in your head too. You’re welcome. In other news, …
How much do you love your kids?
Do you love them enough to ensure they’re eating properly? Do you love them enough to make sure they’re buckled into your car safely? Do you love them enough to make sure they’re wearing a helmet when they’re on anything …